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Even the strictest oral hygiene regime isn’t going to protect you from accidents that cause trauma to your teeth, but most people aren’t aware of the proper first aid care techniques to use when they have a dental emergency. Whether you or your family is involved in active lifestyles or you just want to be…

If you’ve got a crooked smile, you may be thinking that any treatment taken to correct them is going to be purest vanity, but that isn’t necessarily the case! Aside from giving you a bright smile you can be proud of, fixing misaligned teeth can improve your bite, help in proper brushing and flossing, and…

If you’re like millions of other Americans, the odds are good that you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, possibly since you first moved out of your parent’s house. Your reasons may range from a lack of dental insurance to a severe case of dentophobia (a fear of the dentist, a genuine condition). Even…

Dental implants are a great way to improve your smile, to retain the health and structure of your jaw, and allow you to get better nutrition by allowing you to enjoy a more varied diet. Unfortunately, some people avoid getting implants or experience a little fear when considering them, due to a lack of understanding…

The idea of having a beautiful new smile after having suffered from dental complications can be truly uplifting, and nothing restores your grin like dental implants. For years patients have had to make due with inferior replacement options like flimsy and cumbersome dentures, today the development of titanium mountings and true-to-natural dental implants have made…

So the day is here and it’s confirmed, you’re going to be getting braces. For many people, just the idea of living with braces brings moments of existential terror, especially if the patient is young. Social stigmas, harassment, and perhaps the loss of ability to eat some of their favorite foods can make this experience…

Summer has finally arrived and with it comes family vacations to a variety of different places! However, if this is your first summer with braces, you may not know how to take care of your braces while on vacation. Vacationing with braces is not complicated, but it does require a few additional steps to ensure…

Zirconia crowns are the strongest type of dental crown available on the market at this moment. Like any other crown, they work as a cap that sits on top of an existing tooth and improves tooth function. Zirconia crowns are simply one particular option among many, and depending on your specific dental needs, they may…

If the title of this blog caught your attention and you are now continuing on to read through it, chances are you have some concerns about your smile. At some point or another, most people look in the mirror, wondering if they can improve their smile. Having concerns about your smile is perfectly natural, and…

Nowadays, everyone wants to have a beautiful, pearly white smile. Making sure you get your teeth cleaned every six months is a big part of that, however eating the right foods can also brighten your smile. The following foods have been found to be beneficial to your teeth’s enamel. Strawberries: Since they contain malic acid,…

It is not uncommon to find the discoloration of the enamel. Actually, hundreds of thousands of people have permanent stains, marks and signs on their teeth, this could be due to wear and tear. This might not be as a result of poor hygiene, many patients with outstanding and excellent dental health and hygiene can experience stained or colored teeth too. And it is due to the fact that there are more than a thousand factors which can contribute to the discoloration of the enamel.

Your health is important to you. Eating right and working out have long been the obvious solution to keeping your body in good shape and ensuring many quality years ahead of you, but did you know that in addition to eating right and working out, your oral health plays a part in your overall health?…

A recent study from Columbia Dental School and the University of Washington suggest that 30 to 40 million Americans avoid the dentist because of fear. That’s a lot of people who are missing out on care that is critical to their overall health and quality of life. If you’re one of the millions of people…

We all strive to have beautiful white teeth, that’s why we spend so much time brushing our teeth in the mornings, using proper flossing techniques and, of course, scheduling regular visits with our dentists. It was because of this desire that teeth whitening techniques were developed and integrated into regular dental practice, where they’ve been…

If you’ve been looking for ways to improve your smile, you’ve almost certainly run across the terms ‘dental veneers’ and ‘dental bonding’. Both of these techniques share a single purpose, to mask imperfections in your teeth and give you a shining pearly white smile. There are differences between the procedures, of course, and determining which…

While the tooth might look like a simple structure from the outside, it’s actually incredibly complex. In fact, this basic white form that resides in a person’s mouth play a huge role in eating, speaking, and a person’s self-esteem. The Tooth’s Basic Structure A tooth is covered by an outer layer called enamel. It functions…

Acid reflux disease or GERD, is a common problem that causes stomach acids to move back into the esophagus or mouth. This causes the problem often known as heartburn. While it is uncomfortable to deal with, acid reflux disease can also cause numerous problems in the long run. How do I know if I have…

Missing teeth are a problem that plague millions of people. Whether you’re missing one tooth or several teeth, missing teeth can cause more than self-esteem issues. In fact, this issue can impact your speech and your ability to eat. What causes missing teeth? The most common cause of missing teeth is decay and gum disease.…

If you’re like many of the patients we see, you probably feel like you’re doing a great job taking care of your teeth. You brush your teeth right before your cleaning and come in waiting for a pat on the back and praise of your excellent oral hygiene. You sit down in the chair only…

You know that your dentist, Dan Hoang, DDS, can help to keep your mouth healthy and your smile brilliant. In addition to restoring and maintaining your pearly whites, Dr. Dan Hoang can also help you with a solution to the snoring that may be keeping you and your family up at night. Humans spend up…

When a wisdom tooth is impacted, it may need to be removed. If it is not removed, you may develop gum tenderness, swelling, or even severe pain. Impacted wisdom teeth that are partially or fully erupted tend to be quite difficult to clean and are susceptible to tooth decay, recurring infections, and even gum disease.…

Periodontal diseases can range in severity, and if not treated in time can swiftly advance from tender gum inflammation to the risk of tooth loss. Gum disease can also result in permanent damage to soft tissue and bone. If you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, there are treatment options available when you meet with…

Many people only plan on going to the dentist twice a year for regular cleanings. These are the routine appointments that people are intimately familiar with which include a general cleaning, flossing, and a quick checkup by the dentist to ensure there aren’t any cavities or oral health issues. What people may not understand is…

General dentistry encompasses a broad range of diseases and disorders of the oral and maxillofacial region. Everyone should see a general dentist for routine oral health examinations, twice-yearly cleanings, and treatment of routine oral health complications, such as minor tooth decay. General dentistry is as much about prevention as it is about treatment. Patients who…